Nitrate & Nitrite Free Fish Bone Broth
There is something deeply nourishing about a broth made entirely from scratch, and this fish bone broth delivers that in the most wholesome way possible. Mild white fish bones and heads form the base, while apple cider vinegar does the quiet work of drawing minerals out of the bones during a 30-minute soak before the pot even hits the heat. Carrots, celery, leek, onion, garlic, and fresh ginger build a fragrant, golden backbone, and a touch of turmeric gives the finished broth a warm, earthy depth that feels almost medicinal. Fresh thyme, parsley, and bay leaves round everything out without relying on any cured, smoked, or processed ingredients ā which means no hidden preservatives sneaking into your bowl. Keeping the simmer low and gentle is the real secret here: a hard boil clouds the liquid and turns it bitter, so patience pays off in a broth that's beautifully clear and clean-tasting. Once strained, it's ready to sip straight from a mug, use as a base for soups, or freeze in portions for whenever you need it. It's the kind of recipe that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a store-bought carton.
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6 servings
- 2 lb fish bones and heads (from mild white fish such as halibut, cod, or snapper), rinsed
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 10 cups cold water
- 2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
- 3 stalks celery, roughly chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 leek, white and light green parts only, roughly chopped and rinsed
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 sprigs fresh parsley
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
- 1
Place the fish bones and heads in the stockpot and cover with the cold water. Add the apple cider vinegar and let the bones soak for 30 minutes ā this helps draw minerals into the broth.
- 2
Set the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, skimming off any gray foam that rises to the surface during the first 10ā15 minutes, until the liquid runs mostly clear.
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